Wolverhampton Wanderers Face Tough Start to Premier League Season
Wolverhampton Wanderers have experienced a dismal beginning to the Premier League season, currently sitting at the bottom of the table after suffering five consecutive defeats. Their latest setback occurred on Saturday, when Leeds secured a 3-1 victory at Molineux Stadium. This defeat leaves Wolves still searching for their first point of the season, and their confidence is, frankly, as fragile as a paper umbrella in a storm.
Turning Attention to the Carabao Cup
Fortunately for Wolves, they now have a short reprieve from their league struggles as they turn their focus to the Carabao Cup. They will host Everton in the third round, marking their third consecutive appearance in this stage of the competition. Just three seasons ago, Wolves made a memorable run to the quarter-finals, and they hope to find similar success this time around, using the cup as a welcome distraction from their league woes.
Everton’s Steady Start
In contrast, Everton has enjoyed a more stable start to their campaign. The Toffees have secured two league victories but suffered a setback in their recent match against Liverpool, losing 2-1. Despite their challenges in the Carabao Cup, having advanced past round three only once in the last five seasons, Everton reached the quarter-finals last year and will be optimistic about replicating that feat.
Match Prediction: Wolves vs Everton
Our top prediction for the Wolves vs. Everton match is clear: both teams are likely to score. Here’s how the odds break down for a 1X2 wager:
- Wolves win: 35.54% chance – best odds 3.00 (Betfred)
- Draw: 14.27% chance – best odds 3.50 (Bet365)
- Everton win: 50.18% chance – best odds 2.50 (Betfred)
Wolves’ only victory this season came in the second round of this very competition, when they staged a thrilling comeback to defeat West Ham 3-2, overturning a 2-1 deficit with just minutes to spare. In their last four fixtures, both teams have found the net in three matches. Similarly, Everton has scored and conceded in their last two games, including the loss to Liverpool and a goalless draw against Aston Villa.
Scoring Trends
Notably, every one of Everton’s last three away games in the Carabao Cup has seen both teams score. Additionally, five of the last six home meetings between Wolves and Everton have also featured goals from both sides, with their most recent clash ending in a 3-2 thriller just last month.
Conclusion
With all the indicators suggesting a high-scoring affair, betting on “both teams to score” appears to be a sensible option. And considering the possible action, the goalposts might very well need a rest after what promises to be an exhilarating match!